How long does it take from Vallcarca to La Pau by metro?

The journey from Vallcarca to La Pau takes approximately 34 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 10.69 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Vallcarca to La Pau?

The token fare from Vallcarca to La Pau is €2.55. With a smart card the fare is €2.55 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.55.

Which platform at Vallcarca for La Pau?

At Vallcarca, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Zona Universitària. Look for the electronic board showing "Zona Universitària".

What is the last train from Vallcarca to La Pau?

The last train from Vallcarca towards Zona Universitària departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from La Pau back towards Vallcarca departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Vallcarca to La Pau?

There are 9 stops between Vallcarca and La Pau on the L3. The stations are: Vallcarca, Lesseps, Fontana, Diagonal.

Vallcarca To La Pau

ShortestShortest Route

Vallcarca

Platform 2·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Lesseps

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Fontana

+4.72 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Diagonal

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Diagonal — 5 min

Platform 1 · L5 ·Platform 3 Towards Cornellà Centre

+5 min

Diagonal

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·L5Towards Cornellà Centre

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Verdaguer

yellow interchange

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sagrada Família

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.38 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Sagrada Família — 5 min

Platform 3 · L2 ·Platform 1 Towards Paral·lel

+5 min

Sagrada Família

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·L2Towards Paral·lel

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Encants

+2.88 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Clot

+5.76 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

Sant Martí

+8.64 min

2.88 min · 1.31 km

La Pau

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.24 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

34 min

Total time

stops

10.69 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Vallcarca	05:00	23:00	Towards Zona Universitària
La Pau	05:00	00:00	Towards Vallcarca

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Use your Barcelona Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.44 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.66 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~43 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€74

Auto

€158

Cab

€286

Estimates for 10.69 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Hospital de BellvitgeFondo

Paral·lelLa Pau

Zona UniversitàriaTrinitat Nova

La PauTrinitat Nova

Departure station

Vallcarca

underground

Vallcarca, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

La Pau

underground

La Pau, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

La Pau exit 1· La Pau area♿

La Pau exit 2· La Pau area♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines